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Set up and prepare for open-cut drilling operations

Set up and prepare for open-cut drilling operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIBHD304D
State Code
WH015
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/05/2014
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
28/05/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to set up and prepare for open-cut drilling operations in the Coal and Metalliferous mining and Extractive.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles of open-cut drilling. No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare drilling site
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply open cut drilling documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details
  • 1.3 Identify, manage and report potential hazards and risks according to work plan
  • 1.4 Select and wears personal protective equipment
  • 1.5 Conduct equipment pre-start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation
  • 1.6 Assess site conditions and historical information of past performance to determine and clarify drilling requirements
  • 1.7 Locate and connect ancillary services
  • 1.8 Stabilise drill to minimise delays and breakdowns and ensure safety of operating personnel and continuous drilling
  • 1.9 Communicate with other personnel using approved communication methods
  • 1.10 Adhere to emergency procedures to ensure safety of personnel, plant and equipment
2 Mark out drill pattern
  • 2.1 Erect physical barricades and signage to protect pattern from unauthorised personnel and equipment
  • 2.2 Adjust drill pattern within authorised tolerances and drill pattern
  • 2.3 Obtain authorisation for changes to drill pattern plan from relevant authority
  • 2.4 Place indicators on drill pattern in preparation for hole drilling
  • 2.5 Mark out drill pattern ensuring it is visible and aids the drilling process
  • 2.6 Protect pre-existing drill holes according to characteristics of hole
  • 2.7 Complete all written documentation clearly, concisely and on time
3 Move equipment and materials to pattern
  • 3.1 Prepare rig for moving
  • 3.2 Determine route and destination prior to movement of equipment and materials
  • 3.3 Identify and manage potential hazards to ensure safe transportation to drill site
  • 3.4 Move equipment and attachments safely and avoid damage to equipment and site or injury to personnel
  • 3.5 Align drill rig in appropriate position to access drill pattern efficiently
  • 3.6 Connect ancillary services
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State Code National Code Title Type
WC323 RIIBHD304B Set-up and prepare for open cut drilling operations Unit of competency